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July 31, 1940 - February 3, 2020

Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. The family will hold a private service at a later date.

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We remember Patty from the early days of our marriage and the birth of our and their first born sons. We lived as neighbors and the girls shared new toddler experiences. We got together as couples and well remember her and Vic and his sense of humor and her organization and creativity. She was so cute! At Patty’s suggestion we four created an oil painting together with no particular theme except it appeared to have a sun in it. We wonder if it still exists. Their moves with Kresge brought her strong willed qualities out. Creative decorating in each new house. Her self-taught decorating skills were really impressive. We had a few intermittent contacts with her in later years. But for us those early formative years are the fondest and we remember her with love. God bless. Bob and Priscilla Pettengill Brighton, Michigan

Posted by robert pettengill on April 21, 2020

I saw the notice of Pat's death on the Mackenzie High web-site. I knew her mostly from church. She was a few years older than I. Back in those days and at those ages, a couple years made a huge difference. It's always sad to hear of an acquaintances' passing, but more so when it was someone you were very fond of. Such is the case here. I was very fond of Pat and will remember her as a nice person and a very classy Lady.

Posted by Ted Mischnick on February 15, 2020

So many, many years of friendship and fun. We knew each other so well and shared so much together. Fortunate I am to have such wonderful, fond memories to hold dear---movies, favorite restaurants, adventures, a love of cats and animals, holiday celebrations and aways keeping in touch with each other "like sisters." Your business, "Artistic Expressions" was perfectly named as your talents and creativity were remarkable in so many genres---florals, interior design, personal style or lending your aesthetic eye to share with others. I learned so much from you, Patricia. Thank you for being such an important, special part of my life which I will treasure forever. You will be missed by many but I know you are now at peace and with your beloved Ron. Hugs and love to you.

Posted by Suzanne Ray on February 12, 2020

Our sincerest condolences to the family. May you find comfort in knowing she is at peace. Prayers to all. Dr. Estupigan, and staff

Posted by Lori on February 10, 2020

It was so nice to see you in December! We love you so much and will miss you.

Posted by Tishe Ray on February 6, 2020